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Wild Blue Lupine

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Wild Blue Lupine

Native wildflower

Lupinus perennis

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 3–8
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • Low water
  • pH 5.5–7
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  • Overview

    A stunning prairie native producing tall spikes of deep blue pea-like flowers that create dramatic vertical accents in wildflower gardens. This nitrogen-fixing legume improves soil while attracting bees and serving as the sole host plant for the endangered Karner Blue butterfly. The distinctive palmate leaves and showy flower spikes make it a standout in naturalized plantings and cottage gardens.

  • Planting

    Scarify seeds and soak overnight before planting. Direct sow in fall or early spring.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil pH: 5.5–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 14-21.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Aphids, lupine weevil. Common diseases: Root rot, anthracnose.